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Apparel

Gowning Protocol for Cleanroom ARC Thermal and Flame Resistant Garments
My company's Health & Safety Committee requires all Cleanroom operators that perform maintenance on equipment in the Cleanroom to wear protective garments that comply with NFPA 70E. What garments comply with Cleanroom standards and NFPA 70E? What is the gowning configuration and protocol?
ESD Garments for Cleanrooms and Controlled Environments
We are looking to improve our ESD control with static control garments. What are our options? The original version of this article indicated that the Electrostatic Discharge Association released the 2009 revision of ESD STM 2.1. That was incorrect – only the draft, ESD DSTM 2.1, is currently available. Controlled Environments regrets the error.
The Human Element
Minimizing contamination risks in sterile gowning Strict cleanroom cleanliness and sterility is a priority in some lifesciences industries like pharmaceutical manufacturing. If contaminated with microorganisms, products manufactured in sterile cleanrooms must be scrapped — a costly proposition in any economy.

Gloves

The Human Element
Minimizing contamination risks in sterile gowning Strict cleanroom cleanliness and sterility is a priority in some lifesciences industries like pharmaceutical manufacturing. If contaminated with microorganisms, products manufactured in sterile cleanrooms must be scrapped — a costly proposition in any economy.
Testing Consumable Products For Cleanrooms
It is recommended that when comparing cleanroom consumable products manufactured by several vendors that all products be tested at the same lab, with the same test method, and by the same technician. What test methods are recommended for cleanroom consumable products?
Detection of Microorganisms and Particulates in Controlled Environments
ISO, Federal, FDA, USP and scientific guidance for microbiological and manufacturing personnel

Cleaning Products

Cleaning Protocols for USP 797 Compliance
Using the right techniques and procedures can make cleaning sterile compounding areas a matter of routine.
Environmental Consciousness in Cleanroom Consumables Selection and Use
How can the expectations of natural resource conservation and waste elimination be achieved in highly critical cleanroom manufacturing environments?
Case Study: Exhaust Duct Decontamination Using Chlorine Dioxide Gas
The exhaust ductwork in a laboratory at a major pharmaceutical company in North Carolina needed replacement. Since the ductwork was used to exhaust BSCs for testing on HIV and HCV, special precautions would be required during the demolition. These special precautions would add cost, complexity, as well as a level of risk to the demolition crew. The typical method of demolition is to have the construction crew wear protective suits with proper PPE and masks.

Wipers

Cleaning Protocols for USP 797 Compliance
Using the right techniques and procedures can make cleaning sterile compounding areas a matter of routine.
Environmental Consciousness in Cleanroom Consumables Selection and Use
How can the expectations of natural resource conservation and waste elimination be achieved in highly critical cleanroom manufacturing environments?
Testing Consumable Products For Cleanrooms
It is recommended that when comparing cleanroom consumable products manufactured by several vendors that all products be tested at the same lab, with the same test method, and by the same technician. What test methods are recommended for cleanroom consumable products?